Scallop Canning Worker
ほたてがいかんづめせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that uses scallops as raw material, handles processes such as washing, heating, filling, sealing, sterilization, and packaging, and ships them as canned products.
Description
Scallop canning workers bring landed scallops into the factory and perform preliminary processing such as sorting, washing, and steaming. Afterward, they go through filling into cans, sealing, and sterilization processes, conduct quality inspections and foreign object checks, and finally package and apply labels for shipment. The production line involves multiple processes combined with automated equipment, but management and fine adjustments in each process, as well as hygiene management, are important.
Future Outlook
Domestic demand is stable, but due to strengthening of safety and quality standards and the introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies, advanced machine maintenance and quality management skills will be required.
Personality Traits
Good Teamwork / High Concentration / Physically Fit / Polite and Courteous
Work Style
Career Path
Line Staff → Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Filling Equipment Operation / Foreign Object Contamination Inspection / Hygiene Management / Quality Inspection / Sterilization Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Food Hygiene Management / Forklift Operation Skill / Inventory Management / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required for detecting small foreign objects and managing sterilization time |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because coordination in line work is essential |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Processes are standardized, with little opportunity to demonstrate creativity |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Work procedures are standardized, with little need to acquire new specialized knowledge |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly simple measurements of quantities and temperatures; no need for advanced quantitative analysis |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
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